What is the cheapest way to get from Herndon to Charleston?

The cheapest way to get from Herndon to Charleston is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 6h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Herndon to Charleston?

The fastest way to get from Herndon to Charleston is to subway and fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $100 - $650.

Is there a direct train between Herndon and Charleston?

No, there is no direct train from Herndon to Charleston station. However, there are services departing from Herndon, Silver Line Center Platform and arriving at Charleston Station via Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform and Alexandria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 9m.

How far is it from Herndon to Charleston?

The distance between Herndon and Charleston is 279 miles. The road distance is 313.3 miles.

How do I travel from Herndon to Charleston without a car?

The best way to get from Herndon to Charleston without a car is to train which takes 11h 9m and costs $110 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Herndon to Charleston?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Herndon to Charleston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Herndon to Charleston train from?

Herndon to Charleston train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Alexandria station.

Where does the Herndon to Charleston train arrive?

Herndon to Charleston train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Charleston Station.

Can I drive from Herndon to Charleston?

Yes, the driving distance between Herndon to Charleston is 313 miles. It takes approximately 6h 1m to drive from Herndon to Charleston.

Where can I stay near Charleston?

There are 39+ hotels available in Charleston.

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There are 3 ways to get from Herndon to Charleston by subway, plane, train (Amtrak), or car

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Subway, fly
best
1. Take the subway from Reston Town Center, Silver Line Center Platform to Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platformsubway
2. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Yeager Airport (CRW)plane DCA - CRW
3h 26m
$107–623
Drive 311.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Herndon to Charlestoncar 311.5 mi
6h 1m
$57–83
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Alexandria to Charleston Stationtrain Cardinal
11h 9m
$113–254

Herndon to Charleston by subway and train (Amtrak)

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11h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 277.8 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Herndon, VA, USA and Charleston, WV, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Alexandria to Charleston Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $110–250 and the journey takes 9h 10m.

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